1960 Toyota Crown vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 230 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1960 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1960 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Toyota Crown | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
